Pacific Northwest Business Law Attorneys

Operating a business can be both exciting and challenging. From launching a startup to managing daily operations or planning for major growth, there are multiple legal factors that you should consider. A skilled business law attorney can make all the difference. Bean, Gentry, Wheeler & Peternell, PLLC, has been committed to providing comprehensive legal services tailored to the unique needs of businesses across the Pacific Northwest since 1968.

Understanding business law is a critical aspect of running a successful business. It encompasses a wide range of legal principles and regulations that govern how businesses operate, make decisions, and interact with others. Whether you're launching a new venture, acquiring investors or assets, borrowing or lending money, re-structuring your operations, merging with another company or facing a legal dispute, our skilled team is here to provide the insight and advice you need. Located in Olympia, Washington, we serve clients throughout the Pacific Northwest. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.

Skilled Guidance for Businesses

Our Comprehensive Business Law Services

At Bean, Gentry, Wheeler & Peternell, PLLC, our attorneys possess extensive experience in business law matters. We have the ability to advise businesses in a large variety of industries and handle every stage of your company's lifecycle. From initial formation to eventual dissolution, or anything in between, we offer services designed to protect your interests and facilitate success.

Business Formation and Structure

Choosing the right legal structure is crucial when starting a new business or restructuring for new growth. Our team of experienced attorneys can help you determine the best structure for your specific needs, whether it's a limited liability company, corporation, or another business entity. Our attorneys will draft the formation documents, such as operating agreements, bylaws, shareholder agreements and buy-sell agreements, so you need to ensure that your business operates smoothly and complies with the law. Our firm has the expertise to ensure your formation documents are consistent with your tax planning and accounting practices, whether you are taxed as a disregarded entity, partnership, subchapter s-corporation or c-corporation. We will also guide you through the process of registering your business, obtaining necessary licenses and permits to ensure you are ready for business operations.

Business Transactions

From mergers and acquisitions to joint ventures and strategic partnerships, our attorneys can assist you with navigating the complicated legal aspects of business deals. We will protect your interests and help you achieve your business goals. Some examples of business transactions we handle include:

Purchases and sales of assets or equity
Mergers & acquisitions
Buy-ins and Buyouts of Owners
Sales of assets & stock
Conversion and restructure of business entities
Regulatory Compliance and Approval
Confidentiality agreements
Joint Ventures
Letters of Intent
Due diligence investigations
Franchising agreements
Intellectual property
Trademarks & trade secrets

Business Financing

Capital is a crucial component of any business venture. Whether you are seeking investors or traditional bank loans, or considering making a loan or being an investor yourself, our attorneys help ensure sure your financing arrangements align with your goals and protect your rights as a business owner. Some key financing matters we handle include:

Drafting and reviewing financing documents
Collateralization of business assets
Negotiating with lenders, borrowers or loan guarantors
Bond financing
Opinion letters
UCC issues
Working with sources of private funds

Support of Business Operations

Once your business is up and running, our legal team can continue to provide support for all aspects of your day-to-day operations. This includes reviewing contracts, handling disputes with customers or suppliers, and offering guidance on compliance with laws and regulations. Some key areas where we can support your business include:

Legal compliance programs
Commercial leases
Construction Contracts
Employment contracts & employee policy manual creation
Compensation structures
Independent contractor agreements
Negotiations with government agencies
Sales representative agreements
Distributor relationship creation and documentation
Documentation of corporate resolutions and minutes

Our goal is to minimize any potential legal risks for your business so that you can focus on what matters most: operating and growing your company.

Termination and Winding Up of Business

As much as you hope for the success of your business, there may come a time when you need to consider termination and winding up. Our legal team can guide you through the process by assisting you with the following:

Structuring termination of business operations
Business liquidations
Dissolution and winding up of business
Assignment or sale of interests
Bankruptcy
Termination of business following sale

Our goal is to make this process as smooth and efficient as possible so that you can move on from your business with minimal stress and disruptions.

Why Choose Bean, Gentry, Wheeler & Peternell, PLLC?

When it comes to the success of your business, choosing the right legal team is an important decision. At Bean, Gentry, Wheeler & Peternell, PLLC, we combine deep legal knowledge with a practical, results-driven approach to pursue the best outcomes for our clients. Some of the things that set our firm apart include the following.

Accessible Efficient and Fast: Business opportunities happen fast and our attorneys are there to help you take advantage of them. You can communicate directly with our attorneys to get the advice and action you need to move forward.
Experienced across industries: Our attorneys bring decades of experience to the table, with proven success across a wide spectrum of business law matters and industries.
Client-centered approach: We prioritize building strong relationships with our clients, offering personalized service and responsive communication in a timely manner.
Local focus: With a deep understanding of the Pacific Northwest's legal and business environment, we can offer tailored advice that aligns with local and regional needs.
Commitment to excellence: We are dedicated to helping our clients achieve their goals and overcome challenges with efficiency and integrity.